City Building Permits

Forreston, IL - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Forreston, Illinois. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Illinois Ogle County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Village of Forreston only

Department
Address
301 E 3rd Ave, Forreston, IL 61030
Phone
(815) 938-2034
Website
https://www.forreston.org/

Application Process

Source:

General Requirements

Building code
State minimum codes effective January 1, 2025.
Contractor requirements
No local general contractor license located.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the before applying.

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